Japan's techno-pop group Perfume to enter into hiatus 20 yrs after debut

Perfume, an all-female Japanese techno-pop group, said Sunday they will take a hiatus in 2026, after gaining popularity in Japan and beyond since their major label debut two decades ago.The trio going by the name of A-chan, Kashiyuka and Nocchi are known for their futuristic style and synchronized, robot-like dance moves. "Polyrhythm" and "Chocolate Disco" are among their hit songs."We will put Perfume into cold sleep starting in 2026," Perfume said on its website. "To take on new challenges, we decided to complete a phase."The three formed Perfume in 1999 in Hiroshima Prefecture, western J…READ FULL ARTICLE